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Shades of Africa Collection
by Norman A. Hughes" |
Norman A. Hughes, world-renowned sculptor and visionary artist
has led the collectible industry
with his designs of African American and ethnic figurines
for more than 20 years.
As a young boy, Hughes created his first piece of sculpture out of red Georgia clay.
Throughout his career as one of America's leading sculptures,
Hughes has released some of those treasured designs in the collectible world.
Hughes' designs are instantly recognizable through his talent
in representing the deep values of love, faith, family and
history that he feels as an African-American artist.
The Shades of Africa Collection by Norman A. Hughes
The Shades of Africa figurines
are quite popular among collectors.
Most are still in their premier edition,
however the two most popular pieces are
now in their second edition.
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Shalique was shopping in the bazaar
for her wedding
when she heard that her lover, Mozambique,
had been captured by traders.
She rushed to the shore
the last place he had been seen.
Shalique could find no trace of him or the ship
that had carried him away.
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Price: $74.95
Each day Shalique would return to the shore
and wait for Mozambique.
The days turned into months and her sadness
turned into determination,
but he never returned.
Approx. 9.0" high
Waiting for Mozambique
#60805
Second Edition of 5000 |
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After years of waiting
for Mozambique to return,
Shalique hears a ship is returning
to Africa after a long voyage.
She stands in the crowd,
scanning through each small boat
filled with passengers as they come ashore.
Suddenly she sees Mozambique and she clutches at her breast.
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Price: $119.95
“Mozambique! Mozambique!“ she shouts excitedly.
Their eyes meet and they run towards each other, with open arms...
They fall into a wondrous embrace.
He quickly tells her how he was captured
by traders and the voyage
to Cuba;
how Cinque led the mutiny on the Amistad and their capture in American waters;
and how they waited in jail for years as America held a trial
to determine if they
would be slave of free...
After years of waiting,
Shalique is filled with joy at
the Return of Mozambique.
Approx. 12.0" high
Return of Mozambique
#60812
Premiere Edition of 3000 |
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Cassandra strikes
a pose at the
museum next
to a Tyi Wara
a stylized antelope
mark from
the Dogan tribe of
Mali that represents
a mythical being
who taught man how
to cultivate the soil.
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Price: $74.95
The statue is
a fitting choice,
considering Cassandra's
beauty,
and the fact
that she is at
a celebration and awards
show at the museum.
She is going to accept
an award
of her work in agriculture
and soil conservation
from the state of Georgia.
Approx. 13.0" high
Cultivating Moments
#60807
Premier Edition of 5000 |
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The Nubian village of Tutholo
has a long tradition of producing
the finest lyre players in the region.
This tradition goes back thousands of years.
Many young boys in the village
want to become musicians,
but only those with exceptional
interest and talent are selected.
Girls may also play the lyre,
but in traditional ceremonies only boys and men
are permitted to play the sacred songs.
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Price: $74.95
Today one of the elders begins to teach Nalu his first lesson.
It is hoped that Nalu will follow in his father’s
footsteps and one day lead in the ceremonies
and bring great respect to the village.
Approx. 10.0" high
Traditions
#60806
Premier Edition of 3000 |
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Shirika lives with her father
in the city of Timbuktu.
Her love is Muka, who raises cattle,
but does not have a large enough herd
to have a wife.
Muka always told Shirika that when his herd
was large enough, he would ask her father
for her hand in marriage.
He also told her that when that day came,
he would send her a single red rose as a sign.
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Price: $74.95
That night, as she walked in the garden beneath the stars,
she found a single rose sitting on her favorite bench.
Shirika picked up the rose and held it close
to her.
She was lost in her thoughts, and the fragrance of the rose
made her feel as if she were the brightest star of Mali.
Approx. 13.0" high
Star of Mali
#60808
Premier Edition of 5000 |
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After a perfect evening of dinner and dancing,
Kevin and Rosalynn walked out on the balcony
of the ballroom
for a breath of fresh air.
The city lights sparkled in the distance -
like diamonds on
black velvet.
With soft music coming from the ballroom,
Kevin turned to Rosalynn and opened a small box
containing a beautiful diamond ring.
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Price: $119.95
On Sale Now!
$99.95
He slipped the ring on her finger and in a soft whisper,
he asked, "Will you marry me?"
Rosalynn turned her head toward him and
with a soft kiss, answered, "Yes."
They stood transfixed in the moment, watching the city lights.
Approx. 12.0" high
Engaging Evening
#60809
Premier Edition of 5000 |
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Tonight, she is wearing the Black Pearl necklace
and earrings that her grandma gave her.
Grandma told her
years ago,
”One day these
will be yours,
and as beautiful and rare as they are;
your beauty will
exceed them.”
As Rosalind reminisces,
she senses radiance emanating from within,
the same
exquisite beauty that her grandma emanated,
wearing the same
Black Pearls
on the night of her graduation.
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Price: $74.95
Rosalind reflects
on her days
in Georgia when she was an awkward,
pig-tailed girl who
was being
picked on by her schoolmates.
As they always say
tough times
make you stronger.
Rosalind has struggled
through her tough times,
and is now a successful physician.
Approx. 12.0" high
Black Pearl
#60810
Premier Edition of 5000
Shades of Africa Collection
Artist Norman A. Hughes |
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